The first round of the 2024-25 Premier League season began at Stamford Bridge at 23:30 on the evening of August 18, Beijing time.
Chelsea
Hosting last season's champions
Manchester City football club
. This highly anticipated marquee match attracted many fans.
Soon after the match started, City striker Harland continued his excellent form in the first match of the season. In the 15th minute of the first half, Harland seized the opportunity to score a goal, helping City to break the deadlock first. The goal not only gave City the lead, but also marked the third consecutive season that Harland has scored in the first round of the Premier League, and this was also his 100th game for City, which he celebrated by scoring a goal to mark this milestone.
In the second half, the game situation became more intense. Chelsea tried to turn the situation around by counter-attacking, but unfortunately, Savinho was injured in a scramble and had to leave the game early. Manchester City was not affected by this and seized the opportunity instead. In the 75th minute, former Chelsea midfielder
Kovacic (name)
A long range shot from just outside the box pierced the goal of the old hosts and added another point for City. The goal almost sealed Chelsea's defeat in the match.
In the end, Manchester City opened the new season with a 2-0 victory over Chelsea on the road. The Blue Moon sent a strong signal to other competitors while continuing last season's good form.
